Community Pulse
What residents are talking about in Suffolk public meetings, ranked by community engagement.
50 topics
Arc flash hazard signage on transmission towers
CUP2025-018 accessory dwelling unit — RPAs buffer/stormwater
Data center prohibition (OTA2026-008)
Crosswalk at Diamond Grove Baptist Church
Traffic infrastructure and growth
Old Myrtle Road solar facility
Flock camera data access
Chesapeake Bay ordinance update
Towne Creek proffer amendment
Harbour Pointe in-law suite CUP
License plate readers
Fire department staffing
Family Day Home CUP (Patriots Walke)
Family Day Home CUP (Meadows Reach)
Commercial Dog Kennel CUP
Utility-scale solar acreage cap
Dogs at Lionheart CUP
306 Princess Arch exception
Tiny Town Home Childcare CUP
Zoenita's Loving Arms CUP
Buckhorn Drive wetlands bank
Old Myrtle Road solar CUP
Mallard Drive day care CUP
Overgrown vegetation on East Washington Street
Sidewalk request for Suburban Drive
ICE facility donation controversy
Downtown UDO text amendment
Skydive Suffolk Hangar 9 lease
Preserve at Lake Meade trail deficiencies
Recycling program transition
Mount Lebanon church rezoning and CUP
New Leaf Solar CUP
CEP Solar CUP
Ocean Storage CUP
Oaklawn Cemetery
Unlicensed contractors
Mount Lebanon rezoning and CUP
Bizzy Bees daycare expansion
400 Jonathans Way rezone
U-Haul rental CUP
Hillpoint affordable apartments
Enterprise Rent-A-Car CUP
Hargrove Landing road conditions
Pawn shop CUP
Probation and parole office CUP
Bald eagles / River Bend
River Bend / green space
River Bend / VDOT property
School funding
Short-term rentals
In the News
12 articlesRecent coverage of Suffolk from local and regional media.
Downtown plan eyes four new sites
Downtown plan eyes four new sites
City approves $4.8 million traffic improvements
City approves $4.8 million traffic improvements
147 homes proposed along Pruden Boulevard
147 homes proposed along Pruden Boulevard
Suffolk awarded $157,600 for recovery specialist
Suffolk awarded $157,600 for recovery specialist
Nearly 200 summonses issued during car meet-up in Suffolk
SUFFOLK, Va. (WAVY) -- Suffolk Police issued nearly 200 summonses following a weekend car meet-up on Judkins Court. On Oct. 31, Suffolk Emergency Communications received multiple calls in reference to a car meet-up in the 100 block of Judkins Court a...
Nov 2, 2026Suffolk Borough candidates outline priorities ahead of Election Day
Three candidates seeking the Suffolk Borough seat discuss growth, infrastructure and their priorities as voters prepare to head to the polls on Election Day.
Nov 2, 2026Suffolk police issue more than 100 summonses after weekend car meet-up
189 total summonses for various charges were issued to more than 150 individuals.
Nov 2, 2026Suffolk weighs where recreational marijuana businesses could operate
Suffolk is weighing where recreational marijuana businesses could operate as Virginia prepares to launch its adult-use cannabis market in 2027.
Nov 2, 2026Suffolk to host inaugural Veterans Day observance
SUFFOLK, Va. (WAVY) - The City of Suffolk will host its inaugural Veterans Day Observance on Nov. 9, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. in the Suffolk City Council Chambers at 442 W. Washington St. The ceremony is themed “Honoring Service, Sacrifice and S...
Nov 2, 2026Local transit agencies offer free rides on Election Day
Voters can take buses, light rail, ferries and other transit services for free on November 3 to help eliminate transportation barriers to the polls.
Oct 30, 2026Historic Phoenix Bank of Nansemond enters next chapter in Suffolk
Suffolk is moving forward with plans to restore the historic Phoenix Bank of Nansemond, including a new plaza and plans for community meeting space.
Oct 29, 2026Suffolk Transit will offer free bus rides on Election Day
SUFFOLK, Va. (WAVY) -- Suffolk Transit is set to offer fare-free rides on Election Day for all regularly scheduled bus routes. All passengers will be able to ride free next Tuesday regardless of their destination. Buses will operate on their regular ...
Oct 27, 2026